Deirdre O Meara 
Gardening experts have revealed a simple and free way to banish cockroaches from your garden before they even reach your house. Cockroaches can cause damage to plants and wildlife, and become a serious nuisance if they decide to nest in your home. To avoid an infestation altogether, the number one thing you can do is keep your outdoor space “free of excess clutter and refuse”. Roaches will seek out dark and moist places, so an open green space with fresh mulch should persuade them to look elsewhere.
Fire pits can be a great addition to your garden, but these bugs love hiding within the woodpiles. Experts recommend storing your logs in a cool, dry location far away from the house, and keeping an eye out for insect infestations. The same goes for a compost pile, cockroaches will thrive in this environment so keep it a fair distance out. “Build your compost pile well away from your house, cover it, and turn it often to discourage roaches from taking up residence in your muck,” advised the Gardeners Path experts. Bins and pet food containers kept near your property also need to be tightly sealed to avoid attracting the critters.
Natural eradication could also be used to treat a roach problem. According to the gardening gurus, fire ants can get rid of cockroaches by killing and eating them – but they are a nuisance in their own right so be careful. Birds also enjoy eating the critters so a birdbath and welcoming environment for the winged creatures may be a good idea. If all else fails, insecticides can be used to treat an infestation. “You can purchase any of a number of poisonous gels, sprays, or sticky traps that contain insecticides such as fipronil or imidacloprid,” they added. “Some may contain boric acid, which is derived from the mineral boron, and is a notoriously effective cockroach killer”, they explained. But it is important to choose your product carefully as you may risk harming other creatures or plants in your garden.
In addition to the above tips, gardening gurus have shared other ways to ensure success in your garden this summer. One trick is to place orange peels on soil around your plants, which can help banish flies, slugs, and ants. Another woman has revealed a simple soil trick to make planting plants much easier. A master gardener has also raised some eyebrows by explaining why you shouldn’t kill weeds.
By following these tips, you can ensure that your garden remains free of cockroaches and other pests, while also creating a welcoming environment for birds and other wildlife. Remember to keep your outdoor space free of clutter and refuse, store logs and compost piles far away from your house, and choose insecticides carefully if all else fails. With a little bit of effort, you can create a beautiful and pest-free garden that you can enjoy all summer long.
